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Master’s Program in Buddhist Studies(English Track)

Location

Jiaosi, Jiaosi, Taiwan
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

2,709 Tuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Theology, Divinity and Religious StudiesMain Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our M.A. in Buddhist Studies provides an in-depth exploration of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism, integrating traditional teachings with contemporary insights.
Key Features
  1.  Chinese Mahayana Buddhism: Study Buddhist philosophy, texts, and modern applications.
  2. Academic Approaches: Engage in critical textual analysis and interdisciplinary research.
  3. Immersive Learning: Experience authentic Chinese Buddhist culture through Yunshui Residential College, promoting personal growth and cultural immersion.
  4. Practice Courses: Experiential learning fosters a deeper connection with Buddhist principles. Participation is required for the DBS Scholarship ($100,000 NTD/yr; conditions applied).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our M.A. in Buddhist Studies provides an in-depth exploration of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism, integrating traditional teachings with contemporary insights.
Key Features
  1.  Chinese Mahayana Buddhism: Study Buddhist philosophy, texts, and modern applications.
  2. Academic Approaches: Engage in critical textual analysis and interdisciplinary research.
  3. Immersive Learning: Experience authentic Chinese Buddhist culture through Yunshui Residential College, promoting personal growth and cultural immersion.
  4. Practice Courses: Experiential learning fosters a deeper connection with Buddhist principles. Participation is required for the DBS Scholarship ($100,000 NTD/yr; conditions applied).

Admission Requirements

5.5+
72+
Instruction by Chinese required Chinese certificate TOCFL A2 Level or above.

2 Years

Tuition fees

Domestic
2,709
Domestic (Out of State)
2,709
International
2,709

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Faith is not required for studying Buddhism. Non-Buddhists are welcome to apply, provided they participate in our Buddhist practice courses. 2. Applicants for our M.A. program must hold a Bachelor's degree accredited by a country's Ministry of Education. 3. Proof of language proficiency. 4. A strong interest in academic research is essential, and participation in practice courses at Yunshui Residential College is expected. 5 There is no age restriction for applying to our programs.
A background in Humanities or Social Sciences can facilitate study but is not an absolute requirement.
Academic pursuit, academic teaching, spiritual teachers, counseling, Buddhist missionaries.
Students engage in critical textual analysis and interdisciplinary research to explore Buddhist texts and their relevance in today's global context.
The program emphasizes Chinese Mahayana Buddhism, integrating traditional teachings with modern academic insights.
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